Fastjet will commence daily flights between Harare and Bulawayo from July 20.

Ticket sales are open, with a special launch fare starting at $59 (R793) including taxes.

The airline’s chief executive, Nico Bezuidenhout said: “Fastjet has been pursuing this route designation for several years. We are delighted to see that positive changes in the Zimbabwean environment made this development possible, enabling low-fare connectivity between more domestic destinations.”

While the airline is launching with a daily frequency, it intends to grow the route by introducing additional aircraft after further consultation with stakeholders.